4JUN

Brain Health Fair & Dementia Friendly Indiana County Kick-Off

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Indiana Mall
 2334 Oakland Avenue, Indiana, PA 15701
Date and Time: 06/04/2026 10:00 AM
Brief Description of Event: Aging Services, Inc. is hosting the 4th Annual Brain Health Fair & Dementia Friendly Indiana County Kick-Off

Thursday, June 4, 2026, 10am-1pm

The community is invited to attend and learn more about brain health and local resources to support brain health, individuals living with dementia, and care partners, as well as to learn more about the new initiative Dementia Friendly Indiana County!

Businesses and organizations that offer programs, services, and activities to promote healthy living are invited to join this event! If your business or organization is interested in attending, please contact Heidi Farmery at hfarmery@agingservicesinc.com or call 724-349-4500.
Type of Event: Education
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Heidi Farmery, hfarmery@agingservicesinc.com, 724-349-4500
 Click here to view informational flyer

10JUN

Crafting at the Exchange

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: The Exchange Bloomsburg
 24 E. Main Street, Bloomsburg, PA 17815
Date and Time: 06/10/2026 1:30 PM
Brief Description of Event: Dementia Friendly Susquehanna Valley in partnership with The Exchange in Bloomsburg
offers a monthly activity where those individuals with dementia and their care partners
come and have a time filled with good conversation and a simple art activity. When at the
Exchange, individuals will also have the opportunity to explore and enjoy the art gallery
display which changes themes monthly. We meet on the second Wednesday of each
month at 1:30 PM. Please contact Elaine Spicher at 570-784-5211 for more information.
Type of Event: Education
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Elaine Spicher, elaines@kmaelderlaw.com, 570-784-5211
 Click here to view informational flyer

23JUN

Dementia Friends Information Session

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: The Wright Center for Community Health Scranton
 501 S. Washington Ave., Suite 1000, Scranton, PA 18505
Date and Time: 06/23/2026 3:00 PM
Brief Description of Event: The Wright Center for Community Health, in partnership with Age-Friendly Lackawanna, is offering free, one-hour educational sessions to help individuals better understand dementia and learn practical ways to support loved ones living with the condition. Led by a specially trained Dementia Champion, these informative sessions provide clear, compassionate guidance and everyday strategies that can make a meaningful difference. Sessions are available both in person and virtually, making it easy for community members to participate and feel more confident in supporting those affected by dementia.

These sessions are designed to break down stigma, increase understanding, and empower you to help build dementia-friendly communities, with options to become a Dementia Friend or a volunteer Champion.

For more information, including how to join a session virtually, contact Nicole Flynn at flynnn@TheWrightCenter.org.
Type of Event: Education
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Nicole Flynn, flynnn@TheWrightCenter.org
 Click here to view informational flyer

15JUL

Dementia Friends Information Session

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: The Wright Center for Community Health Wilkes-Barre
 169 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701
Date and Time: 07/15/2026 3:00 PM
Brief Description of Event: The Wright Center for Community Health, in partnership with Age-Friendly Lackawanna, is offering free, one-hour educational sessions to help individuals better understand dementia and learn practical ways to support loved ones living with the condition. Led by a specially trained Dementia Champion, these informative sessions provide clear, compassionate guidance and everyday strategies that can make a meaningful difference. Sessions are available both in person and virtually, making it easy for community members to participate and feel more confident in supporting those affected by dementia.

These sessions are designed to break down stigma, increase understanding, and empower you to help build dementia-friendly communities, with options to become a Dementia Friend or a volunteer Champion.

For more information, including how to join a session virtually, contact Nicole Flynn at flynnn@TheWrightCenter.org.
Type of Event: Education
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Nicole Flynn, flynnn@TheWrightCenter.org
 Click here to view informational flyer

22SEP

Dementia Friends Information Session

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: The Wright Center for Community Health Scranton
 501 S. Washington Ave., Suite 1000, Scranton, PA 18505
Date and Time: 09/22/2026 3:00 PM
Brief Description of Event: The Wright Center for Community Health, in partnership with Age-Friendly Lackawanna, is offering free, one-hour educational sessions to help individuals better understand dementia and learn practical ways to support loved ones living with the condition. Led by a specially trained Dementia Champion, these informative sessions provide clear, compassionate guidance and everyday strategies that can make a meaningful difference. Sessions are available both in person and virtually, making it easy for community members to participate and feel more confident in supporting those affected by dementia.

These sessions are designed to break down stigma, increase understanding, and empower you to help build dementia-friendly communities, with options to become a Dementia Friend or a volunteer Champion.

For more information, including how to join a session virtually, contact Nicole Flynn at flynnn@TheWrightCenter.org.
Type of Event: Education
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Nicole Flynn, flynnn@TheWrightCenter.org
 Click here to view informational flyer

23OCT

Dementia Friends Information Session

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: The Wright Center for Community Health Mid Valley
 5 S. Washington Ave, Jermyn, PA 18433
Date and Time: 10/23/2026 2:00 PM
Brief Description of Event: The Wright Center for Community Health, in partnership with Age-Friendly Lackawanna, is offering free, one-hour educational sessions to help individuals better understand dementia and learn practical ways to support loved ones living with the condition. Led by a specially trained Dementia Champion, these informative sessions provide clear, compassionate guidance and everyday strategies that can make a meaningful difference. Sessions are available both in person and virtually, making it easy for community members to participate and feel more confident in supporting those affected by dementia.

These sessions are designed to break down stigma, increase understanding, and empower you to help build dementia-friendly communities, with options to become a Dementia Friend or a volunteer Champion.

For more information, including how to join a session virtually, contact Nicole Flynn at flynnn@TheWrightCenter.org.
Type of Event: Education
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Nicole Flynn, flynnn@TheWrightCenter.org
 Click here to view informational flyer

18NOV

Dementia Friends Information Session

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: The Wright Center for Community Health Wilkes-Barre
 169 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701
Date and Time: 11/18/2026 3:00 PM
Brief Description of Event: The Wright Center for Community Health, in partnership with Age-Friendly Lackawanna, is offering free, one-hour educational sessions to help individuals better understand dementia and learn practical ways to support loved ones living with the condition. Led by a specially trained Dementia Champion, these informative sessions provide clear, compassionate guidance and everyday strategies that can make a meaningful difference. Sessions are available both in person and virtually, making it easy for community members to participate and feel more confident in supporting those affected by dementia.

These sessions are designed to break down stigma, increase understanding, and empower you to help build dementia-friendly communities, with options to become a Dementia Friend or a volunteer Champion.

For more information, including how to join a session virtually, contact Nicole Flynn at flynnn@TheWrightCenter.org.
Type of Event: Education
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Nicole Flynn, flynnn@TheWrightCenter.org
 Click here to view informational flyer

29MAY

Dementia Immersion Training for Families

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Indian Valley Public Library
 100 E. Church Avenue, Telford, PA 18969
Date and Time: 05/29/2026 10:00 AM
Brief Description of Event: Join us for an interactive, hands-on training designed to help families better understand the experience of living with dementia.

Session highlights:
-The most common types of dementia
-The seven stages of dementia
-The kinds of decline often seen in individuals living with dementia

What to expect:
Through guided immersion activities and education, participants will gain a deeper understanding of how memory loss, sensory changes, and cognitive decline can affect daily life. Above all, this training is meant to build greater empathy and understanding, helping families provide more compassionate, personalized care to their loved one.

Event details:
Friday, May 29th, 10am-11am
To register: landersen@visitingangels.com
Type of Event: Education
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Visiting Angels, landersen@visitingangels.com
 Click here to view informational flyer

28MAY

DFSV Caregiver Support Group

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Kreisher Marshall & Associates
 401 Market St. , Bloomsburg, PA 17815
Date and Time: 05/28/2026 6:00 PM
Brief Description of Event: Dementia Friendly Susquehanna Valley in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association
offers a monthly caregiver support group. It is typically the 4th Thursday evening of each
month at 6 pm in the Kreisher Marshall & Associates building on the corner of 4th and
Market Street in Bloomsburg; however, the schedule will be adjusted as needed
depending on conflicting events such as holidays. This group provides a time for
caregivers to share what they are going through and cultivates a supportive atmosphere.
We also schedule relevant guest speakers from time to time to provide current resources
and education. All are welcome. To register, please call Elaine Spicher at 570-784-5211.
Type of Event: Education
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Elaine Spicher, elaines@kmaelderlaw.com, 570-784-5211
 Click here to view informational flyer

25JUN

DFSV Caregiver Support Group

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Kreisher Marshall & Associates
 401 Market St. , Bloomsburg, PA 17815
Date and Time: 06/25/2026 6:00 PM
Brief Description of Event: Dementia Friendly Susquehanna Valley in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association
offers a monthly caregiver support group. It is typically the 4th Thursday evening of each
month at 6 pm in the Kreisher Marshall & Associates building on the corner of 4th and
Market Street in Bloomsburg; however, the schedule will be adjusted as needed
depending on conflicting events such as holidays. This group provides a time for
caregivers to share what they are going through and cultivates a supportive atmosphere.
We also schedule relevant guest speakers from time to time to provide current resources
and education. All are welcome. To register, please call Elaine Spicher at 570-784-5211.
Type of Event: Education
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Elaine Spicher, elaines@kmaelderlaw.com, 570-784-5211
 Click here to view informational flyer

23JUN

Finding Balance: Dementia Friends and Caregiver Stress Management

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Shaler North Hills Library
 1822 Mount Royal Blvd, Glenshaw, PA 15116
Date and Time: 06/23/2026 1:00 PM
Brief Description of Event: A Complimentary Community Seminar:
Caregiving for a loved one with Alzheimer's or a related dementia is a journey that no one should walk alone. Join us for a valuable education session, practical resources, and stress management strategies designed specifically for you.

Featured Speaker:
Deanna Page, MS, LPC, NCC, Program Specialist, Jewish Healthcare Foundation, Statewide Co-Coordinator, Dementia Friends PA & Dementia Friendly PA

June 23, 2026, 1:00pm-2:30pm
Type of Event: Education
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Shaler North Hills Library, 412-486-0211
 Click here to view informational flyer